David Gergen
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David Gergen was an American political commentator and advisor who served in the administrations of four U.S. presidents, providing insights and guidance on various political matters. Born on May 9, 1942, in Massachusetts, Gergen held significant roles in both Republican and Democratic administrations, showcasing his ability to navigate the political landscape across party lines. He was also a professor of public service at Harvard University, where he influenced a new generation of leaders. In addition to his academic work, Gergen was a senior political analyst for CNN, contributing to public discourse on current events until his passing on July 10, 2025.
Nov 17, 2008
And it gives president-elect Obama great muscularity going into the new year.
Nov 17, 2008
It's likely to go very well. ... I imagine it will be fairly straightforward and he will be confirmed.
Nov 17, 2008
And it gives President-elect Obama great muscularity going into the New Year.
Nov 17, 2008
This is big. ... And, yet, those convictions sank him in this election.
Nov 13, 2008
I think it's far more about the symbolism, as Candy is right, than about a cabinet position.
Nov 13, 2008
He cannot dangle this and then say no to her and because after dissing her in effect for the Vice Presidency and then this, too, that would be a huge riff not only with her but with large sections of the Democratic Party.
Nov 13, 2008
If -- Anderson, he cannot dangle this and then say no to her, and -- because after dissing her, in effect, for the vice presidency, and then this, too, that would be a huge riff, not only with her, but with large sections of the Democratic…
Nov 13, 2008
It's unimaginable that Barack Obama would have had her come to Chicago unless he intended to make her the first choice.
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